Joe played lead on Don Sebesky’s critically acclaimed album, Giant Box. This is a great track from it, Firebird/Bird of Fire: wonderful section playing and a killer solo from Freddie Hubbard.… Read More Firebird/Bird of Fire

The Big Apple Brass was a project Joe led with producer Buddy Scott in the late seventies. This is a great track, Funk Latino, from their first album that features hot solo work from Joe and a great percussion break down.… Read More Big Apple Brass

Here’s a great video of Joe playing lead with The Manhattan Jazz Orchestra, under the leadership of Dave Matthews. He’s sitting right next to soloist Lew Soloff—some great section playing here…enjoy!… Read More Someday My Prince Will Come

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This blog is dedicated to the life and work of Joe Shepley, a trumpet player who truly did it all, from recording dates and studio sessions to band leading and touring.
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